"TP-Link Archer AX23 Review" A Wi-Fi 6 router that supports IPoE at a low price and is just right for living alone
January to March is the moving season, and people who start living alone from spring.
Recently, telework and online classes are progressing, and many people may have a contract for an optical line for the internet line at home.
A Wi-Fi router is needed at such times.
But there are so many Wi-Fi routers out there and I don't know which one to choose.
Some optical line routers can significantly reduce the speed, so you should be careful when choosing a Wi-Fi router.
In addition, there may be some people who think that it is good to use something as cheap as possible because it is used for living alone.
TP-Link provided the Wi-Fi 6 router "Archer AX23" that I would like to recommend to such people, so I will review what it feels like.
TP-Link WiFi Router WiFi6 PS5 Compatible Wireless LAN 11ax AX1800 1201Mbps (5GHz) + 574Mbps (2.4GHz) OneMesh Compatible 3 Years Manufacturer Warranty Archer AX23/Acreated by RinkerTP-Link Article ContentsOverview of TP-Link Archer AX23
TP-Link Archer AX23 is a Wi-Fi router that supports IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6).
The main unit price is 8,580 yen including tax (estimated market price), and 7,800 yen on Amazon.
The Archer AX23 simultaneously transmits 5GHz and 2.4GHz bands (dual band), and the maximum communication speed is 1201Mbps in the 5GHz band and 574Mbps in the 2.4GHz band.
The communication speed of the optical line for general households is often up to 1 Gbps, and the Archer AX23 can be used sufficiently.
By adopting Wi-Fi 6, higher speed communication and lower latency than the conventional Wi-Fi standard are realized.
In addition, Wi-Fi 6 is backward compatible, so even devices that do not support Wi-Fi 6 can connect to the Archer AX23 and use the Internet.
Using OFDMA and 4-stream technology, multiple terminals can be connected simultaneously. The recommended number of connections is 36, and you can connect personal computers, smartphones, TVs, IoT devices, and various Wi-Fi terminals to the Internet.
Furthermore, by using four antennas, an independent front-end module, and beamforming, it is possible to concentrate and send radio waves to the connected terminal, thereby improving the distance and speed of Wi-Fi. Maintain a stable communication environment.
What is beamforming? [Solving "Wi-Fi troubles": Basics Part 4] Beamforming is one of the technologies used in wireless communication. It is a technology to receive. internet.watch.impress.co.jpArcher AX23 supports IPv6 IPoE (IPv4 over IPv6).
With v6 Plus, OCN Virtual Connect, and DS-Lite compatible lines, even IPv4 compatible terminals can perform IPv4 communication via the IPv6 network.
* IPv6 PPPoE is not supported, and parental control, QoS, NAT transfer, and VPN server functions cannot be used with v6 Plus, OCN Virtual Connect, or DS-Lite.
Archer AX23 can build a mesh Wi-Fi environment by combining it with a TP-Link OneMesh compatible repeater. Not only does it cover your Wi-Fi blind spots, it seamlessly switches between repeaters and routers, so you can enjoy streaming videos while moving around your home.
By using the "Tether" app, you can easily make initial settings for the Archer AX23, check the connection status of the terminal, and change the settings of the Archer AX23 on your smartphone.
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By using Smart Connect, 2.4GHz and 5GHz SSIDs and passwords are bundled together, and the Archer AX23 automatically allocates the optimal band according to Wi-Fi and device conditions.
You can block the browsing of websites that contain specific keywords for each device, and use time zone Internet restrictions for free.
Early failures and natural failures are inherent in any product. The Archer AX23 comes with a 3-year warranty as standard, so you can rest assured even in the unlikely event of trouble.
Things I noticed about the Archer AX23
I am completely satisfied with the performance for the time I use it, but I dared to worry about using a higher model. I will tell you.
High-end models such as the Archer AX73 and Archer AX4800, as well as the Archer AX20, have a USB port, but the Archer AX23 does not.
If you have a USB port, you can use it as a simple NAS by connecting an external storage, so I thought it would be even better.
The previous model Archer AX20 has a USB port and a quad-core CPU, and the performance of the main unit exceeds that of the Archer AX23, so I thought, "Isn't the Archer AX20 better?" (IPv4 over IPv6) Not supported. With some fiber-optic lines, you may not be able to expect sufficient speed depending on the connection settings, so it is necessary to check the connection method of the Internet line in advance.
Chiharu YumenoIf you don't need an IPv6 IPoE (IPv4 over IPv6) connection, we recommend the Archer AX20.
Unpacking and checking the appearance of the TP-Link Archer AX23
Let's unpack the Archer AX23, check the contents, and check the appearance of the Archer AX23.
Archer AX23 package looks like this. The product information is densely described, so you don't need to do any homework.
When you open the package, it is stored like this.
In addition to the main body of Archer AX23
It contained a.
The included AC adapter is a compact and lightweight type, so it can be used without blocking other outlets if it is a vertical multi-tap.
The included LAN cable is a Category 5E cable and is approximately 1m long.
The Wi-Fi information card contains the SSID and password for connecting to the Archer AX23. The back is a sticker, so you can stick it in an easy-to-find place.
The SSID and password are also printed on the back of the Archer AX23 main unit.The Easy Setting Guide provides easy-to-understand instructions on how to set up an Internet connection using the TP-Link dedicated app "Tether" and a browser. Since the setting method differs depending on the Internet environment, we recommend that you read this simple setting guide while setting the connection.
Next, let's check out the Archer AX23 itself.
There is a protective film on the top plate and antenna, so remove it in advance.
When the film is removed, it looks like this. It is cool with a stylish design of the black color.
The body size is about 26 cm in width and 13.5 cm in height.
It's about the same size as Logitech's keyboard K380.
Each of the four antennas works independently, so you can adjust the direction you want your Wi-Fi to fly.
LED indicator on the front. Lights green during operation.
Both sides are empty.
On the back, there are hook holes for wall hangings on the left and right, and a label with the SSID and password of the Archer AX23 is pasted on the top center.
On the back, from the left, the WPS/Wi-Fi button has a reset button for resetting to factory settings, 1Gbps LAN port x4 (yellow), 1GbpsWAN port (blue), and the power button has a power terminal.
TP-Link WiFi router WiFi6 PS5 compatible Wireless LAN 11ax AX1800 1201Mbps (5GHz) + 574Mbps (2.4GHz) OneMesh compatible 3 year manufacturer warranty Archer AX23/Acreated by RinkerTP-LinkWi-Fi speed verification and communication stability evaluation
From here, we will verify the flight distance and speed of Wi-Fi, and evaluate the stability of communication after using the Archer AX23 for about a week.
First of all, from the verification of Wi-Fi speed and flight distance.
PrerequisitesI installed the Archer AX23 in the center of the second floor and measured the Wi-Fi speed in each room.
By the way, this is the communication speed and latency when using a wired connection to the NURO Hikari ONU.
The Wi-Fi in the Japanese-style rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors tended to be weak, but the 2.4GHz band has enough speed.
The 5GHz band also tends to weaken the Wi-Fi in Japanese-style rooms. It seems that the mud wall of the Japanese-style room is affecting it, and it seems that the Wi-Fi is getting worse than the other rooms.
Chiharu YumenoI have been wondering about Wi-Fi in Japanese-style rooms since I have introduced various routers, but the blog post by Ogawa Architects was very helpful.
However, even if the Wi-Fi connection is bad, it is not a problem because it can be used for surfing the net and watching videos without any problems, and I feel that the speed is sufficient in other rooms. increase.
Chiharu YumenoIf your Wi-Fi connection is unbearably bad, you can improve it by using a OneMesh compatible TP-Link repeater.
We have confirmed that IPv6 communication is possible with Archer AX23 even with NURO Hikari.
While playing the online battle royale game "Fortnite", I tried live streaming on YouTube at 1080p60fps (bit rate 12Mbps) for about 3 hours, but even for a long time the stream was interrupted and the game became unstable. I was able to stream and play without it.
Chiharu YumenoThe live broadcast of the game was perfect.
We also did a 4K60fps streaming video playback test, and it played smoothly without the buffer lagging behind.
This seems to be very useful for video conferencing and online classes.
The lower the price of the router, the more concerned about its stability, but after using it for about a week, the result is very comfortable.
I played online games and live streamed (?) I teased the Archer AX23, but I was able to use Wi-Fi stably without the internet becoming unstable even without restarting. I made it.
The above image is a performance graph when playing 4K60fps video on 4 devices.
You can see that there is almost no load on the CPU.
In this case, you can enjoy the Internet comfortably with Archer AX23 even if you live alone or have a couple of family members.
Chiharu YumenoI have high-end models such as Archer AX73 and Archer AX4800, but recently I've been using Archer AX23 all the time.
Summary
TP-Link Archer AX23 is a model that supports IPv6 IPoE (IPv4 over IPv6) while keeping the price below 10,000 yen by removing excess specs from Archer AX20.
I was worried about the Wi-Fi performance due to the change from quad-core to dual-core SoC, but I actually tried using the Archer AX23 and found it useful for live distribution and high-definition video playback while playing online games. I felt powerful enough to endure.
This time, I am writing this article as a "Wi-Fi router that can be used in a single life", but "I was able to use Wi-Fi throughout the house without a repeater even in a single house", "4K video with multiple devices" I was able to watch ", so it can be said that the Archer AX23 is a Wi-Fi router that can be used when you have a family in the future.
If you are looking for a Wi-Fi 6 router that is as cheap as possible and can use the Internet and online games reasonably well, why not consider the Archer AX23?
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